RRI Launches the Policy in Action Lab (PAL) to Bridge Research and Real-World Policy
- The Ramos Research Institute
- May 12
- 2 min read
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Ramos Research Institute Launches the Policy in Action Lab (PAL) to Bridge Research and Real-World Policy
ITHACA, NY – MAY 12, 2025 — The Ramos Research Institute (RRI) is proud to announce the launch of the Policy in Action Lab (PAL), a new initiative designed to translate research into real-world policy impact. Slated for full launch in August 2025, PAL will serve as a policy incubator that works directly with schools, municipalities, community-based organizations, and internal research teams to deliver research-backed assessments and tailored policy guidance.
Inspired by the applied policy work of the Brooks State Policy Advocacy Clinic at Cornell University—where RRI Founder and Executive Director Alejandro J. Ramos most recently served as an advisor—PAL will help local and institutional partners navigate complex challenges through evidence-informed solutions.
“So many government leaders, school officials, and nonprofit advocates want to make decisions based on research—they just don’t always have the tools,” said Ramos. “PAL exists to fill that gap and bring practical, data-driven support to those on the frontlines of policy work.”
PAL is currently in its pilot phase, during which it will accept a limited number of cases at no cost. This approach is aimed at fostering strong, mission-aligned partnerships and refining PAL’s operating model in advance of its full-scale rollout later this year.
Future opportunities to support and collaborate with PAL will be announced soon. RRI welcomes inquiries from potential partners, funders, and advocates seeking to strengthen civic life through actionable research.
To learn more about PAL, visit www.ramosresearchinstitute.org/pal.
For more information about the Ramos Research Institute and its research initiatives, please visit www.ramosresearchinstitute.org or contact us at press@ramosresearchinstitute.org.
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About The Ramos Research Institute:
The Ramos Research Institute (RRI) is an emerging research institution dedicated to original research, polling, and policy analysis aimed at addressing today's most complex societal challenges. Founded by Alejandro J. Ramos, RRI is committed to providing innovative solutions and insights in critical research areas. RRI conducts research in state and local government, environmental policy, education policies and initiatives, and the voting behaviors of minorities, with a focus on rigorous, relevant, and impactful research.
Contact:
Nafisa Ruponty
Director of Public Relations
Ramos Research Institute
Ithaca, New York 14853
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